Creative Cook: Craft Flavorful Dishes & Techniques

Aramark; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Aramark in Bridgewater, VA is looking for a Cook to transform recipes into flavorful dishes in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work with fresh ingredients, follow production guidelines, and explore different cuisines while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates have cooking experience, knowledge of food prep methods, and strong math and communication skills. This full-time on-site role offers opportunities to grow with Aramark's culinary team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role is required.
• Knowledge of food preparation methods and safety regulations.
• Ability to obtain a food safety certification.
• Basic math and counting skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepare a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Cook experience

Food preparation knowledge

Food safety knowledge

Basic math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in Bridgewater, VA is looking for a Cook to transform recipes into flavorful dishes in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work with fresh ingredients, follow production guidelines, and explore different cuisines while upholding safety standards.

Ideal candidates have cooking experience, knowledge of food prep methods, and strong math and communication skills. This full-time on-site role offers opportunities to grow with Aramark's culinary team.